JANUARY 18 2014 - N. GEORGIA FS RIDE AND DINNER CHECK - IN

[DOUG]

We're planning an all day ride in the N GA Mountains again, but at a more leisurely pace with some fun along the way....

RIDE ORGANIZER-   Doug

TIME/PLACE:             8:30am from Dahlonega Walmart.  There is only one.
                                9:00am from Wolf Pen Gap Country Store, 41 Wolf Pen Gap Rd, Suches GA

Itinerary:                  Saturday – 9AM Drivers Meeting, Ride all day, Lunch on trail, Dinner  

- Arrive prepared for a full day on the trail with fuel, beverages, food, and whatever else you may need.
- Camping, Cabins, and Hotels close by
- Trail Types - Fun for all - Forest Service Roads with River and Creek Crossings.

This is an open ride, and our Rig Requirements are not mandatory, but are preferred.  Please do try to comply in every way possible.  

GATR Ride Rules and Rig Requirements:

http://www.gatrailriders.com/GTRForums/index.php?action=pages;sa=2

http://www.gatrailriders.com/GTRForums/index.php?action=pages;sa=3

Emergency Contact Form:
http://www.gatrailriders.com/GTRForums/index.php?topic=10220.0

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  1. Doug, Linda, Madison, Megan
  2. Cheryl and Mr. Mike
  3. Richard - Oscar Mike +3
  4. Jonathan, Wendy, Avery, Brann jgerhard
  5. Bobby and Jacqie cru9
  6. Alex, Misty, Ayden cudruln
  7. John and Eric jd30005
  8. Chris Lizzy Jake and Austin Voit5540
  9. Clark +1
10. bear +1
11. David Trail Duty
12. John and Tristan - jag2888
13. Sasquatch +1
14. Ranryn +1
15. CaneJeep  
16. JDS88 +3
17. ranier1315 +1
18. slimatsea
19. Brent Davis
20. Zach tj05world
21. JeepSh + 3
22. Matt, Lindsey and Riley and possibly +1 PyratM
23. Mike + 3 (two kids) MJODIE
24. Matt
25. Ryan Rodi and wife
26 Jake Robinson +1
27. ATLSRT8
28. Jim LUVNMY06TJ
29. Wes Blue Jeepson33s
30. Conner Jangeo
31. Bruce Inline6
32. Mattwitt441
33. Rob Griffin928
34. Chis and Kassie- Warden
35. Allblk13
36. Chip1264
37. fimk
38. Adam - Camel430 +1
39. Charles and Linda Ardoin cardoin
40. Tom/Ticia/Joanna
41. Dave jkdave
42. Mike BigMike
43. Josh ROCKJOCK
44. Dave and Kelly - dave
45. McKenzie and Tina - MakQ
46. prjohnson
47. Rob Thomas outlawoffroad
48. Will Block (OscarMike 2013)
49. Brant Kennisau
50. Lenn and Sandy Lhub36
51. JB Wife Child  Digger

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2 departure points:

8:30am
Dahlonega Walmart.  There is only one.

9am
Wolf Pen Gap Country Store
41 Wolf Pen Gap Rd, Suches GA

Discussion here: http://www.gatrailriders.com/GTRForums/index.php?topic=11880.new#new

Sent off camber

[DOUG]

checking in! i dont have a CB as of yet would that not allow me to join this ride?  Not yet sure which of my rigs i would be in...... either my 95 YJ or my 88 Bronco.

Yes, you need a CB.  We made it a rule for all rides as we had too many issues with folks not knowing what is going on.  

Rig Requirements:
http://www.gatrailriders.com/GTRForums/index.php?action=pages;sa=2

REQUIRED EQUIPMENT FOR ALL GATR RIDES:

1. CB that operates properly with clear transmission and reception (***See note below)

2. Functional Parking brake or Line Lock

3. Tow strap (minimum 2"/20,000lbs, can be bought for +/- $20)

4. Jack (tall enough to change your own tires)

5. Fire extinguisher (must be secured and easily accessible; mandatory for certain ORV parks)

6. Seat belts/restraints for all passengers

7. Recovery hooks or D-rings front & rear.  (Cheap Idea:  http://www.stu-offroad.com/guards/gas/tj_hooks.htm)

8. Battery hold-down (OEM or after-market, bungy cords are not acceptable)

9. Emergency Contact Form (***See attachment)

10. Functional 4WD is REQUIRED. No 2WD vehicles are permitted.

11. Small First Aid Kit.

12. Spare Tire (on rig or on site)

*** The properly tuned CB radio is how we communicate on the trail systems.  From time to time, we cannot see or hear each other and this is where our CB's come in handy.  If you are on a budget, you can pick up one of the best "budget" CB's on the market for around $59 (Uniden Pro510XL) or a Cobra for $49 at Walmart.  Try to get a cable only as long as you need and don't coil it.  Make sure you have a good ground, and get power straight from the battery to reduce noise.  Some staff members have SWR meters and are happy to assist with a tune at a time other than ride time.

[DOUG]

More ride info:

Causal family ride thru the mountains that you may need 4wd at a few spots.  We will have a lot of GATR CORE members along to assist.  if you need help, have a question, or are uncomfortable, please ask on the radio or at a stop.  We are happy to help.

Long day, so be prepared with personal items, food, TP, beverages, cb, spare, clothing (going to be cold), cameras, batteries, chargers, GP PRO if you have one.  There are only a few civilized opportunities along the route.  Like I tell my girls no Varsity the night before, or waffle house that morning, or large glasses of sweet tea on the way lol.

Airing down will make the ride MUCH more comfortable for you and your family.  Because we will be on and off road, I will probably air down to 14 psi or so.

Do not leave the designated trail.  We will practice Tread Lightly (treadlightly.org) for the entire day.  No unnecessary wheel spin, f you pack it in, pack it out.  bring garbage bags for your trash and found trash we encounter.

When we stop, please pull up in a tight line and try to maximize the space so we can get the entire group in.  Looks like there will be a lot of us.


Lead and Gunners:

(1)-      I'll lead       (Doug)
(10)-    Jonathan    (jgerheard)
(20)-    Chris          (Warden)
(30)-    Richard       (Oscar_Mike 2013)
(40)-    John           (jd30005)
(50ish)-    Bobby        (Cru9) tail gunner.  

Thanks guys!

[cru9]

47 Rigs



 //peek//

WOW!!!

[DOUG]

John jd30005 is our 40 spot radio man.

Contact Form is fixed in post 1.

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 //popcorn//

[DOUG]

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[Skandalous]

This looks to be an epic fs ride.  Really wish I could make it.   //:'(//

[tj05world]

I can't go anymore.i have to work at 8 to not have a complaint at work.today I had to break up two fights at work,then was threaten by a members lawyer.next months trip I will be on if nothing us happens at work.srry I was packed and cooler of sodas too.


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[Digger]

So I decided it would be a good idea to go ahead and put on my extended brake lines that I have had laying around since I installed my lift.  Well all fine and dandy, had a buddy come over this evening and help me bleed it out, to no avail I guess I have air in the dang ABS lines or something, but the brake pedal is super soft.  Bled them at least 5 times, now it 1am and I would have to get up at 5am assuming my brakes were good.  So I am out, not very happy about it.  I hope I can get this thing up and running by Monday so i can go to work.  Yay, a not so fun filled Saturday instead of going on a ride and meeting a bunch of new folks.  Y'all have fun and be safe.  Maybe I'll get to meet y'all soon.

JB